Leigh Wojtkiewicz is the Associate Athletic Director for Data, Analytics & Strategic Initiatives at the University of Notre Dame. She is also the Co-founder of the Sports Data, Analytics & Technology Association which includes an online community platform where aspiring athletes and professionals can connect and share ideas, best practices, and sports analytics.

Notre Dame’s renowned educational and athletic programs are only part of what makes them one of the most respected and elite institutions in the US. How do you build a recipe for success at such a high-profile university without losing focus?

Leigh Wojtkiewicz is determined to foster innovation through analytics that would drive Notre Dame Athletics to a new level. Her proven business intelligence and analytics skills have helped numerous other institutions improve efficiency. Now, as part of Notre Dame Athletics, Leigh has set out to revolutionize the analytics and strategy department to achieve excellence in all aspects of sports.

In this episode of the Sports Up Podcast, Meredith Syms welcomes Leigh Wojtkiewicz, Associate Athletic Director at the University of Notre Dame and Co-founder of the Sports Data, Analytics & Technology Association. They talk about key aspects of working in a male-dominated industry, the way faith can elevate athletes, and what the future holds for Notre Dame Athletics.